Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
i-grant-you-ill-grant-you
phrase
/aɪ ˈgrænt ju ɪl ˈgrænt ju/
Definition
A phrase often used to concede a point or agree with someone partially while maintaining a different perspective on a broader issue.
Examples
- “I grant you, it’s a tough job, but someone has to do it.”
- “I grant you, the method worked for you, but I still prefer my approach.”
- “While I grant you that your point has merit, I think we need to consider alternative solutions.”
Meaning
It signifies a concession in discussion, suggesting that while one acknowledges a specific point, there are other factors or views to consider that may disagree with the principle argument.
Synonyms
- “I concede that…”
- “Admittedly…”
- “I’ll grant that…”
